The Toy Insider's Jackie Breyer joins Cheddar to reveal the most tech-forward toys from the American International Toy Fair. She highlights the many ways AR, VR, A.I., and drones are being used to craft the next big toy fad.
Breyer shows off a new model from K'NEX that lets kids ride their creations in a VR experience. We also learn about SeeMeez, the new virtual friends that introduce children to the fun of holograms. Plus, find out how Marvel is capitalizing on the AR trend with a new Iron Man immersive toy.
Breyer says the "gross" trend dominated the Toy Fair. She reveals the different "disgusting" toys that are sure to have kids updating their holiday wish-lists next year. We also find out how smartphone integrations are affecting the price tags on this year's coolest toys.
The iconic Rockefeller Center Christmas tree has been chosen and it's a Norway spruce that comes from Vestal, New York, which is in the Binghamton area.
Saudi Arabia became the only country to enter a bid to host the 2034 FIFA World Cup after Australia backed out, claiming they were focusing on other major sporting events.
Manga is one of Japan's most beloved comic art forms and an exhibit in New York is showing the work of some of Japan's most talented illustrators. Keiko Asai, of Ginza Sony Park, joined Cheddar News to explain the exhibit and what to expect when you visit.